The goal of BCCP is to reduce breast and cervical cancer deaths through education, screening, diagnosis, treatment and patient navigation services. Educational programs on Breast and Cervical Cancer are available upon request.

HCHD Staff in October 2017 placing ribbons on the Tree of Hope in commemoration of loved ones who have battled breast cancer

Breast and Cervical Cancer Facts

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women

Cervical cancer is the easiest gynecologic cancer to prevent with regular Pap smears and HPV tests

HPV is the most common cause of cervical cancer, accounting for nearly all cases, and 11,967 new cases of HPV related cervical are diagnosed each year

Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program

The goals are to provide:

Adequate and timely preventative cancer services to women age 40 and over

Provide nurse case management as appropriate for follow up and treatment

To apply for the program, call the Howard County Health Department at 410-313-4255.

The Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Program

Women of any age requiring medical services related to breast and cervical cancer may be eligible for this program. The program will pay participating health care providers for any further diagnosis and treatment needed for abnormal results.

Eligibility Criteria:

Maryland Resident

Meet the income requirements for the program

(Note: If you have Medical Assistance, you are not eligible for this program.)